Repair of Leaking Baseboard Heater Pipe - National Agricultural Library

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Material Approval Submittal Cover Sheet" used by contractors to submit materials for approval by the government. It serves as a transmittal document for material approval requests related to a specific project.

• Submittal Number: Unique identifier for the submittal.
• Project Title: "Upgrade Siemens Controllers".
• Contract Number: Field to be filled in.
• Material Details: Sections for Specification Section/Para No./Draw No., Description of Material (including type, model, manufacturer).
• Recommendation Sections: Fields for A&E Recommendation, COR/EPM Recommendation, and Contracting Officer Approval/Disapproval, with options for APP (Approve), DISAP (Disapprove), and comments.
• Signatures and Dates: Required for Contractor, A&E, COR/EPM, and Contracting Officer.
• Resubmittal Clause: Specifies the timeframe for resubmittals if an item is disapproved.
• Certification: Contractor certifies material compliance with contract specifications.
• Date Received: Fields for tracking receipt by different parties.
• Comments Section: For detailed feedback on specific items.

Bidders responding to the "Upgrade Siemens Controllers" opportunity will need to use this form to submit any materials, equipment, or components requiring government approval as part of their contractual obligations. It outlines the process and information required for material approval, ensuring compliance with contract specifications.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Submittal Register dated 4/19/2026 for the "To install repair leaking perimeter heat piping at NAL, Beltsville, MD 20705" project. It tracks submittals related to the project's scope of work.

• Description of Items Submitted: Includes Schedule (SOW Pg 10), Pipe materials (SOW Pg 4), and Mortar mix (SOW Pg 4).
• Type of Submittal: Indicates categories such as Data, Drawings, Instructions, Schedules, Statements, Reports, Certificates, Samples, Records, O&M Manuals, Information Only, and Government Approved.
• Contractor and Government Action: Columns for contractor dates, action, and government action, including approval codes and dates.
• Remarks: Provides brief notes, such as "Schedule" and "Spec. Sheets."

This register helps bidders understand the types of documentation and materials that are being submitted or are required for the project, providing insight into the project's progress and specific components.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a General Decision for Maryland, specifically for Prince George's County, detailing prevailing wage rates for building construction. It serves as a reference for contractors to ensure compliance with labor standards on federal or federally-assisted construction projects.

• General Decision Number: MD20260121
• Publication Date: 06/04/2026
• State: Maryland
• Construction Types: Building
• Counties: Maryland Counties of Prince George's
• Classifications: Lists various construction trades and labor roles (e.g., Electrician, Carpenter, Laborer, Ironworker, etc.).
• Rates: Provides the hourly wage rate for each classification.
• Fringes: Details the hourly fringe benefit rate for each classification.
• Modifications: Includes information on modification numbers and their respective publication dates, indicating updates to the wage determination.
• Executive Order 13706: Notes the applicability of paid sick leave for federal contractors.
• Executive Order 13658: Outlines minimum wage requirements for federal contractors.

Bidders must review these wage rates to accurately estimate labor costs for their proposals. Compliance with these prevailing wages is a mandatory requirement for any contract awarded under this determination. The document also highlights the applicability of paid sick leave and minimum wage requirements under specific Executive Orders, which bidders must factor into their labor cost calculations and contract compliance plans.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To repair several leaking sections of a baseboard hot water pipe located on the ground floor of the National Agricultural Library (NAL) Facilities Service building.

• Remove sections of brick columns (5 sections) to expose leaking baseboard hot water pipes.

• Investigate pipe leaks to determine the extent of damage.

• Replace up to 60 feet of steel pipe, pipe connections, and valves per section, for a total of 300 feet.

• Perform a leak test to ensure no other leaks are present.

• Insulate the repaired area to match existing insulation.

• Reinstall brick column sections to match existing brickwork, using government-supplied brick and ensuring proper mortar mix.

• All work must comply with the International Mechanical Code (IMC), ASHRAE, and applicable Federal, State, and local laws, building codes, and regulations.

• A leak test must be successfully completed.

• Repaired brickwork must match existing undisturbed brickwork.

• Insulation must match existing undisturbed insulation.

• The work is to be performed at the National Agricultural Library (NAL) in Beltsville, Maryland.

• Normal business hours are Monday through Friday, 0800 to 1630 EST/EDT, excluding federal holidays.

• Personnel must be fully trained, qualified U.S. citizens (not permanent resident aliens).

• Personnel must be able to speak, read, write, understand, and communicate in English.

• Personnel must comply with all NAL instructions, rules, and regulations.

• The contractor must review the Asbestos Management Plan and test for lead paint before disturbing any materials.

• The contractor must comply with all safety, health, and environmental regulations, including OSHA standards.

• Field verification of dimensions is required before ordering products.

• Project schedule (NLT 5 days after notice to proceed).

• Material submittals (within 14 days after notice to proceed).

• Ordered materials list (NLT 3 days after receiving delivery slip).

• Final report of all tasks completed (NLT 5 days after final walk-through).

• One-year warranty (at the time of final payment request & contract closeout).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the repair of a leaking baseboard heater pipe and surrounding bricks at the National Agricultural Library (NAL) by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). The government intends to award a firm-fixed-price construction contract.

• Repair of a leaking baseboard heater pipe.

• Repair of surrounding bricks.

• Detailed itemized cost breakdown for materials, labor, overhead, profit, and sales tax.

• Cumulative overhead and profit for subcontractors and prime contractor shall not exceed 30 percent; for prime contractor work only, it shall not exceed 20 percent.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed-price construction contract.

• Period of Performance: 60 days from issuance of the Notice to Proceed.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but pricing is required for all items.

• Submission: Electronic copy via email to the Contracting Officer/Contract Specialist/Purchasing Agent in Adobe PDF format.

• Pricing: Must be submitted for all items as requested in the Schedule of Items.

• Evaluation Criteria: Lowest price technically acceptable.

• Key Deadlines: Questions are due 72 hours prior to the close date. The site visit is scheduled for Monday, June 22, 2206, at 10:00 a.m. at 10301 Baltimore Avenue, Beltsville, MD 20705.

• Offer Acceptance: Prices must be held firm for 90 calendar days from the offer receipt date.

• No specific qualification requirements are stated for offerors.

• Several clauses related to small business concerns are included (e.g., 52.219-6, 52.219-8, 52.219-14).

• Technical data and supporting documentation, including the Statement of Work, Wage Determination, Submittal Register, and Submittal Transmittal, are available as attachments.

• A site visit is scheduled; a maximum of 3 attendees per contractor are allowed. Names must be submitted in advance to angela.wingert@usda.gov.

• The provision at FAR 52.212-2 is not applicable; evaluation will be in accordance with FAR 12.203.

• Active registration at SAM.gov is required at the time of quote submission.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the repair of a leaking baseboard heater pipe at the National Agricultural Library in Beltsville, Maryland. The contractor will be responsible for providing all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision for this repair.

• Repair of the leaking baseboard heater pipe.

• Repair to bricks associated with the affected area.

• Compliance with the attached Statement of Work (SOW) and Wage Determination MD20260121, Mod. 2, dated 06/04/2026.

• The NAICS code for this procurement is 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning) with a size standard of $19 million.

• The performance period is 60 calendar days after receipt of the notice to proceed.

• Offers are due by 07/06/2026 at 1600 local time.

• Offers must be submitted in original and [number of copies not specified] copies.

• Sealed envelopes must be marked with the offeror's name and address, solicitation number, and due date/time.

• Offers will be publicly opened at the due date and time.

• Offers must allow for at least 0 calendar days for Government acceptance.

• No specific set-aside or eligibility requirements are mentioned in the provided sections.

• The document is a Standard Form 1442 (Rev. 12/2022).

• Performance and payment bonds are mandatory.